Overview
On Site
$85.0000 - $92.0000
Full Time
Skills
Software Architect
enterprise applications
Software Development
application integration
cloud-native
application security
enterprise application
secure coding
data protection
Job Details
Title: Software Architect
Location: Washington, DC 20530 Onsite
Security Clearance Required PUBLIC TRUST cannot begin assignment until granted
Duration: 6 months (Possibility of Extension)
Pay Range: $85/hr - $92/hr
Your role will involve developing architecture blueprints, defining application frameworks, and advising on the integration of applications within an enterprise ecosystem. This work is located onsite in the DC area.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and implementation of the enterprise application architecture strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business and IT goals.
- Oversee the full lifecycle of enterprise applications from ideation to deployment and ongoing support.
Design and ensure seamless integration of applications across various platforms and systems, ensuring interoperability and high availability. - Work with technical teams to design integration points, leveraging APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms for efficient communication between disparate systems.
- Lead the design and implementation of cloud-native applications or hybrid solutions leveraging platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform Cloud.
- Ensure application solutions are optimized for cloud environments, implementing strategies for application scalability, security, and high availability.
- Guide teams in the adoption of cloud-based services and platforms, ensuring seamless migration of applications to cloud infrastructure.
- Document the architecture of enterprise applications, including technical specifications, process flows, and integration patterns.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s or master s degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in software architecture, with a focus on enterprise applications, and at least 3-5 years of hands-on experience in enterprise architecture.
- 5+ years of Software Development experience
- Experience with Sprint Pointing.
- Deep experience in application development methodologies, including Agile, DevOps, and CI/CD practices.
- Strong background in enterprise application integration using APIs, microservices, and cloud technologies.
- Expertise in designing and deploying cloud-native applications on AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform Cloud.
- Proficiency in modern application frameworks, technologies, and architectures, including microservices, containerization (e.g., Docker), and Kubernetes.
- Experience with enterprise application platforms (e.g., Salesforce, SAP, Oracle) and cloud-based application development platforms.
- Strong understanding of application security practices, including secure coding and data protection.
Familiarity with databases (SQL/NoSQL) and their integration into enterprise applications. - Understanding of how applications support business processes and strategy, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and mentor technical staff.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience in designing and architecting hybrid cloud applications.
Familiarity with container orchestration using tools that are Kubernetes-based. - Strong understanding of DevOps principles and how they apply to enterprise application architecture.
- Experience with machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) integration into enterprise applications.
- Certifications: Relevant certifications in enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF), cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect), or security (e.g., Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)) are highly preferred.
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually as applicable.
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